Introduction All full frame E-mount cameras (except for the A7r) feature an electronic shutter in addition to the mechanical shutter. While most of them only offer an “electronic first curtain shutter” the A7s(II) and and A7rII even offer a completely silent, purely electronic shutter. But there are unfortunately some limitations you should be aware of.
The Sony FE 2.8/50 Macro is a small and relatively affordable lens which can cover a wide range of applications. In this review I will check how well it actually performs. Image Samples
Introduction The Tokina 35mm 2.8 Macro is an APS-C (DX) lens and actually quite old already (introduced around 2008). As I am using two cameras from the A7 series I am rarely interested in APS-C lenses, but this one caught my attention for several reasons: I was looking for a moderate wide angle macro lens, it … Continue reading Quick Review: Tokina 35mm 2.8 Macro AT-X Pro DX
Introduction As a follow up to my Tripods for Mirrorless Cameras article I will now also take a look at some of the Mini tripods available (often referred to as table top tripods). Even the smallest tripod is better than no tripod at all, so let’s have a look at some ridiculously small ones you … Continue reading Mini tripods for mirrorless cameras
Some time ago I had the chance to put several older Leica lenses to the test, here are the results. I have never actually used any of these lenses, I just had them for a couple of minutes to shoot a test series. I only had one copy per lens so my results might not … Continue reading Leica R mount lenses